Maureen Suzanne Swallow

Maureen Suzanne Swallow 1968 - 2023 Maureen Suzanne Swallow, 54, long-time Napa resident, lost her life Saturday, July 1, in Ukiah after injuries sustained in an ATV accident. In an act of heroic selflessness she shielded both her expectant daughter Jordan and infant granddaughter Mariah from injury in the incident. Our beloved “Nini” who loved all things outdoors was taking the three to the creek on her partner’s ranch as they enjoyed the holiday weekend. Maureen, “Mo”, was born August 31, 1968, in Petaluma, California, the daughter of Stephen Ezra and Suzanne Lenore Snow Swallow. As a child she moved with her family to Napa where she attended St. John’s Catholic School and later Justin-Sienna. Maureen graduated from Napa High School in 1986 and afterward completed a program in Cosmetology through Napa’s Vintage Hair Academy—practicing as a hairstylist in Napa for many years. Ten years ago, Mo attended Santa Rosa Junior College in order to become a Registered Dental Assistant. She was very proud to be a part of the team at the Napa Valley Dental Group and grateful for the kindness of the Bhullar family there. Maureen was known to have a soft heart for all things “fur and feathers.” She loved nature, being in the woods, and friends remarked that she had an uncanny ability to spot deer. A child of the 1980’s, she enjoyed the music of the era, loved AC/DC, but could be seen on the dance floor, always the center of attention, enjoying whatever was played. Without question a beautiful woman, she was said to have an inner beauty, an attractive personality and would light up a room upon entering. She was quick witted, always had a comeback, and enjoyed a good laugh. As mom, her children remember her “Rock Star” mashed potatoes served always on Thanksgiving with the complete disregard for limits on the use of butter! Pan fried pork chops were another family favorite and something akin to shepherd’s pie that “Nini” called hamburger pie with green beans, tomato paste, and of course mashed potatoes. Never one to overdo any holiday, “Nini” found special joy in Christmas morning after becoming a grandmother—rising early to prepare breakfast and enjoy the kids. Maureen (“Nani”) is survived by her children: Jordan Lee Davidson, her husband Benjamin, and their children Matthew, Mariah, and Maureen Suzanne—expected Novemer18; Travis John Webb and his son Arlo; and Myranda Webb; two brothers, Gregory Swallow, his wife Sarah, and their children Bradley, Brett, and Ella; and Matthew Swallow and his son Michael. Maureen also leaves her partner Jeff and dear friends known inseparably as Mary and Buzz Boyanich (Buzz having passed away this past January). She was married to Daniel Maurice Gagne. A private family memorial is planned for a later date with committal later in Tulocay Cemetery’s Memorial Columbarium. Treadway & Wigger Funeral Chapel is serving Maureen’s family and friends may relay condolences online at treadwaywigger.com

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Maureen Suzanne Swallow

August 31, 1968 - July 1, 2023